Bodrum – Hisaronu (1 Week)

Day 1 – Bodrum

Upon boarding, you’ll meet your captain and crew, who will provide essential information and guidelines about your cruise. Dinner and overnight stay at Bodrum Harbor. The Bodrum Peninsula, brimming with unique beauty, is the perfect starting point for your Blue Cruise adventure. Bodrum, renowned for its historical, natural, and touristic attractions, warm hospitality, bright skies, and abundant sunshine, is a favorite among travelers. You may choose to dine at one of Bodrum’s popular restaurants and take a leisurely stroll along the seafront.

Day 2 – Palamutbuku, Ince Burun

After breakfast, set sail for Palamutbuku, a bay synonymous with paradise, famous for its stunning natural beauty. Feel tranquility in its pure air, perfect for relaxation. Following lunch and swimming break, you’ll head toward Ince Burun for dinner and overnight anchorage.

Day 3 – Aktur Bay, Bencik Bay

Depart for Aktur Bay after breakfast. Known as “Turkey’s most beautiful bay” and considered an oxygen-rich natural haven, Aktur is enveloped by pine forests and comprises two sections: Datca and Kurubucak. Enjoy lunch and swimming here before sailing to Bencik Bay. This bay offers captivating views through its narrow entrance, providing ample opportunities to capture beautiful memories. Anchor at Bencik Bay for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4 – Emel Sayin Bay, Orhaniye Bay, Selimiye Bay

After breakfast, you’ll anchor at Emel Sayin Bay, named after the famous Turkish classical singer. Enjoy swimming in its enchanting waters, fragrant pines, and captivating scenery. Lunch will be served at Orhaniye Bay, famous for Kizkumu Beach, where you can experience walking along the unique red sand pathway stretching into the sea. Next, sail to Selimiye Bay for dinner. Selimiye is renowned for its magnificent sunset views and historic ruins, including watchtowers, a lighthouse, monastery, and theater. Numerous artifacts discovered here are exhibited at the Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology. The area is also known for its fresh seafood, olives, almonds, aromatic thyme, and friendly locals.

Day 5 – Dirsekbuku, Bozburun

Following breakfast, your journey continues to Dirsekbuku, strategically located between the Gulf and Hisaronu on the Aegean Sea. Popular with sailors traveling between Bodrum and Marmaris, Dirsekbuku provides sheltered bays perfect for resting and enjoying nature. The day concludes in Bozburun, a quaint fishing village famous for its sponge diving and traditional gulet yacht-building industry. Enjoy a leisurely walk and dinner at local restaurants here.

Day 6 – Datca, Knidos

Depart early in the morning toward Datca. Established by the ancient Dorians, Datca Peninsula lies between the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas. Visit the ancient city of Knidos, located approximately 38 km from Datca, famous as “the city built for the most beautiful goddess, Aphrodite.” Explore Knidos’ ancient ruins, theater, and Byzantine churches, and immerse yourself in its rich history. Overnight anchorage will be at Datca, where you can enjoy delicious Mediterranean cuisine at local restaurants.

Day 7 – Karaada, Meteor Bay, Poyraz Harbor

After breakfast, set sail for Karaada, known for its therapeutic sulfuric waters and mud baths believed to have healing properties. Visitors can enjoy relaxing in warm waters ranging between 29-32 degrees Celsius. A short swimming break at Meteor Bay follows before anchoring at Poyraz Harbor. Located just 45 minutes from Bodrum, Poyraz Bay offers excellent diving opportunities with its rich marine life, including grouper, moray eels, starfish, and octopuses. After exploring Poyraz Bay, you’ll head to Bodrum Harbor for dinner and overnight stay. The cruise concludes after breakfast the following morning, leaving you with unforgettable memories.